1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
